Join the National Institute of Medical Herbalist at Jekka's HerbFest 2023
About
The National Institute of Medical Herbalists
First established in 1864, the National Institute of Medical Herbalists (the Institute) is the largest body of herbal practitioners in the UK.
Medical herbalists make use of plants whose traditional uses are backed up by modern scientific research and clinical trials. All of our members hold a BSc degree or equivalent in Herbal Medicine, have studied orthodox medicine as well as plant medicine and are trained in the same diagnostic skills as a GP. However, herbalists take a holistic approach to illness, treating the underlying cause of disease rather than just the symptoms. We are committed to creating a better, healthier future for everyone.
Feel better– see a herbalist.
Treating the cause, not the sympton
Herbal Medicine
Herbal medicine is medicine made from plants, either the whole plant or sometimes parts of it, for example leaves, flowers, roots or bark. It has been the main source of medicine used by people for thousands of years. There are many herbal traditions around the world, but members of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists are trained in what is often known as 'traditional' herbal medicine, as opposed to Chinese or Ayurvedic herbal medicine.
Herbal medicine has itself developed over the centuries and links can be traced back to Graeco-Roman, Arabic, European and American cultures. Although there is a foundation of traditional use to the practice, modern use also includes current scientific research and Institute members are trained in the same clinical examination skills as conventional GPs.
At Jekka's HerbFest 2023
Health and Wellbeing Zone
The Insitute are thrilled to be back at Jekka’s HerbFest again, and look forward to seeing you at their Health and Wellbeing Zone.
Visit them for:
- Some free samples of herbal medicine formulated especially for the Jekka's HerbFest audience.
- A chance to find out more about how herbal medicine works, why plant based, sustainable medicine matters, and how you might be able to use herbs in your cupboards or garden to feel better.
- A mini consultation with one of Registered Members – people who took advantage of this at HerbFest 2021 told them that it ‘changed their life’!
- A visit to their herbal tea station – with help from one of their team you’ll be able to make up a free tea mixture to take away from their selection of dried herbs, totally bespoke to you.
- A whole load of herb based goodies to buy, as well as books on herbal medicine
-Refreshing hot and cold herbal drinks from our friends at Pukka and Heath and Heather.
The Institute also have some of their expert members speaking in the main programme, so make sure you catch them too.
On-site consultations
Medical Herbalists
Lily Canetty-Clarke will be the herbalist onsite during Jekka's HerbFest. She is a medical herbalist & holistic wellness practitioner based in Bristol.
Lily graduated from the University of Westminster with a first class degree in Herbal medicine and holds a diploma in Nutritional Health Science and a degree in Experimental psychology.
She uses many Ayurvedic principles in her clinical practice after also completing an Ayurvedic apprenticeship with Annie McIntyre.
Come and experience Lily's passion for educating people about natures bounty and providing valuable knowledge that empowers people to take control of their own health and well being with the power of plants.
